Pope Francis had a restful night in the hospital in Rome and did not experience a recurrence of the respiratory crisis that concerned physicians. He remains in critical condition due to kidney impairment but was able to attend Mass with medical staff. He is being treated for double pneumonia and received blood transfusions for anemia. He also had a polymicrobial infection. Polymicrobial infections are caused by multiple pathogens and can lead to chronic or short-term diseases. The pope expressed gratitude to medical staff and supporters for their prayers. He also expressed solidarity with the Ukrainian people on the anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and called for peace in other conflict areas around the world. The Vatican continues to provide updates on the pope’s condition and asks for prayers for his recovery.
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